Information Technology STEM LE Flyer
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The document discusses the launch of STEM Learning Exchanges to improve coordination and resources for STEM programs in Illinois. The Information Technology (IT) STEM Learning Exchange will be led by CompTIA Workforce Development LLC to support IT career clusters. It will initially provide e-learning curriculum resources and teacher training, and later expand access to equipment, student organizations, mentorship programs, and project-based learning opportunities. CompTIA has received over $2 million in commitments from partners to support the IT STEM Learning Exchange activities.
Information Technology STEM LE Flyer
- 1. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Learning Exchange Information Technology (IT) Career Cluster includes: designing, developing, managing, supporting and integrating hardware and software systems. The IT sector consists of all organizations primarily engaged in the research, design, implementation and support of digital systems, including both hardware and software that convert, store, organize, protect, transmit, retrieve, share and utilize information. These IT functions may be carried out by businesses and units within government, education and businesses from other sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, and financial. Career Pathways Infrastructure, Administration & Operations Technology & Information Services IT Research & Development Integration Services Highlights 57 percent of STEM jobs in Illinois will be in computer-related occupations by 2018. Almost all organizations depend on information technology to conduct business and operate efficiently. Faster than average growth is expected for all the industries within the information technology sector. Almost all of the occupations in this sector require a Bachelor degree or higher and have median annual wage rates double the state’s average wage rate for all occupations. December 9, 2016
- 2. STEM Learning Exchanges have been formed for selected career clusters to improve the coordination and delivery of resources, work-based learning opportunities, career guidance, and partnerships that support local STEM programs. Illinois Pathways is supporting the launch of new and innovative public-private partnerships known as STEM Learning Exchanges. A separate Learning Exchange will be launched in each of the identified STEM areas and will have a lead entity that coordinates a statewide network of businesses, employer associations, education partners, and other stakeholders. These networks will be launched using Race to the Top funding, but will be supported by investments and commitments from public-private partners. The IT STEM Learning Exchange will be provided with implementation funds for three years to begin coordinating and delivering supports for their career cluster. IT STEM Learning Exchange Implementation Lead Organization: CompTIA Workforce Development LLC Joan Matz / 630-678-8445 / jmatz@comptia.org CompTIA Workforce Development LLC is a subsidiary of The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA). CompTIA is a not-for-profit trade association representing the international technology community. Members include manufacturers, distributors, resellers, solution providers, Internet Service Providers, software developers, e-commerce, and telecom companies. They also serve as the world’s largest provider of vendor- neutral foundational and professional level IT certifications. The IT STEM Learning Exchange will begin with delivering e-learning curriculum resources and teacher training. In later years, it will expand school district access to computer equipment and resources, support student organizations, administer on-line mentorship programs, and manage 2-3 statewide project-based learning opportunities for middle and high schools. CompTIA has received over $2 million in commitments from its partners to support the activities of the IT STEM Learning Exchange. Examples of these commitments include: The Illinois Institute of Technology’s School of Applied Technology has donated over $1 million worth of on-line courses, lab time, instructors’ teaching hours, and course seats. The Illinois Technology Foundation in-kind donation valued at $200,000 will provide lesson plans, access to low-cost computer equipment, creation of high school IT student clubs, development of teacher coaching programs, and guidance counselor training. Rico Enterprises has made an in-kind donation of $25,000 annually for five years for internships and student mentors. * All applications for lead organizations are subject to change pending negotiations with the Illinois State Board of Education. Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Illinois State Board of Education Illinois Community College Board Illinois Board of Higher Education Illinois Student Assistance Commission Illinois Department of Employment Security Get more information on the Information Technology Learning Exchange website.